For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 133 students in 51640, IA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 51640, IA are Marnie Simons Elementary School and Hamburg Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 51640 have an average math proficiency score of 75% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in 51640, IA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51640, IA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Marnie Simons Elementary School
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
309 S St
Hamburg, IA 51640
(712) 382-2017
Hamburg, IA 51640
(712) 382-2017
Gr: PK-5 | 102 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #22.
Hamburg Middle School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
309 S St
Hamburg, IA 51640
(712) 382-2017
Hamburg, IA 51640
(712) 382-2017
Gr: 6-8 | 31 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 51640, IA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 51640, IA include Marnie Simons Elementary School and Hamburg Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 51640?
2 public elementary schools are located in 51640.
What is the racial composition of students in 51640?
51640 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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